🔥Gallium is a liquid metal that can dissolve and weaken aluminum, making it brittle and easily breakable.
💥Adding gallium to bike and scooter parts weakens the metal, causing them to fall apart easily.
🥤Gallium reacts with soda cans, creating cracks and weakening the structure.
⚾Gallium-infused baseball bats shatter easily upon impact, showcasing the metal's destructive power.
💧When gallium reacts with water, it produces hydrogen gas, which creates impressive visual effects.
Is gallium dangerous to handle?
—Gallium is not poisonous or toxic, but it can stain the skin and should be handled with care.
What happens when gallium reacts with aluminum?
—Gallium infiltrates the aluminum, weakening its structure and causing it to become brittle and easily breakable.
Can gallium react with other metals?
—Gallium primarily reacts with aluminum, but it can also react with other metals to varying degrees.
Can gallium be reused?
—Yes, gallium can be reused after each reaction. It does not get consumed in the process, making it a valuable and versatile element.
Where can I buy gallium?
—Gallium can be purchased online or from metal suppliers. It is important to ensure that you are purchasing from a reputable source.
00:00Introduction to gallium, a liquid metal that dissolves and weakens aluminum.
00:30Demonstration of gallium's destructive power by destroying a bike and scooter.
03:00Testing the effects of gallium on soda cans, resulting in weakened structures.
03:45Shattering a baseball bat with gallium-infused aluminum.
05:30Reactions of gallium with water, producing hydrogen gas.
